Jean Hersholt

The Neil Patrick Harris High-Wire Act, also known as the 87th Oscars, has gained some major star power.

Three-time Oscar-winner Meryl Streep and Oprah Winfrey will be presenters during the Feb. 22 telecast on ABC.

Streep, a nominee for a record 19th time, is up for "Into the Woods." Winfrey, who previously received the academy's Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, is a nominee as producer of "Selma."

The Oscar presenters also include nominees Benedict Cumberbatch ("The Imitation Game"), Marion Cotillard ("Two Days, One Night") and Reese Witherspoon ("Wild"). The four acting winners from last year will present:...

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